Photo Report: France shows its best cow genetics at Space

Being the number one animal husbandry show in France, Space is the place to show the best cow genetics to visitors from all over the world. In the show ring the situation is tense, preparing the animals, grooming them and keeping them clean is a job in itself.

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The record breaking 2014 edition of Space hosts 1410 exhibitors, more than 100,000 visitors are expected during the week..

Early in the morning the dairy cows rest for the work in the show ring that will come later in the day.

The group of Prim Holstein is up, attracting the first visitors.

Jersey cows are also on show.

A clean and fluffy tail takes a lot of effort.

Perfection is all about attention.

A sharp eye has to be kept on the cows all day long - in case of accidents.

A second group of cows just arrived from the farm, last touch ups are being done.